Medicine

Diagnosing, treating, and caring for patients across their lifespan.

Overview

Medicine is typically a long, structured program combining basic sciences with clinical training. Core Subjects (Pre-clinical): Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry Pathology and Microbiology Pharmacology Behavioral Sciences and Medical Ethics Core Subjects (Clinical): Internal Medicine Surgery and Surgical Subspecialties Pediatrics Obstetrics and Gynecology Psychiatry Family Medicine / Primary Care Emergency Medicine Tags: Very intensive • Patient-facing • Science-heavy • Long training

Specializations

Internal Medicine and Subspecialties (cardiology, gastro, etc.)
Surgery and Surgical Specialties
Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology
Psychiatry, Neurology
Family / Community Medicine
Many more subspecialties depending on system

Career paths

Medical Doctor / Physician (hospital or clinic)
General Practitioner / Family Physician
Resident and then Specialist in a chosen field
Medical Researcher
Public Health Physician
Hospital Administration / Medical Director (with experience)
Health Policy Advisor

Study snapshot

Duration: Commonly 6–7 years (undergrad medicine) + residency (3–6+ years)
Workload: Extremely high – lectures, labs, hospital rounds, night shifts
Difficulty: ★★★★★ — academically and emotionally demanding
Practical components: Clinical rotations, hospital training, on-call duties
Internships: Built-in via clinical years and residency

Where to study Medicine in Lebanon

American University of Beirut: Medicine – $47,903 per year
Beirut Arab University: Bachelor degree of Medicine and Surgery – $36,542
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik: Medicine – Not published
Lebanese American University: Medicine – $39,165 per year
Lebanese University: Doctor of Medicine – $240 per year
Lebanese University: Veterinary Diploma Pet Medicine – $240 per year
Lebanese University: Veterinary Diploma Poultry & Cattle Medicine – $240 per year
Université Saint-Joseph: Dental Medicine – $115,500